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  • Page 1 WD12J8***** Washing Machine User manual Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content Safety information What you need to know about the safety instructions ....... . 3 Important safety symbols .

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety information Congratulations on your new Samsung washing machine. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take some time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washing machine’s many benefits and features.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Precautions

    Important safety precautions WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. This appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Page 5 10. The lint trap has to be cleaned frequently, if applicable. 11. Lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer. (not applicable for appliances intended to be vented to the exterior of the building) 12. Adequate ventilation has to be provided to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires.
  • Page 6 WARNING: Critical installation WARNINGS The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company. • Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury. The appliance is heavy, therefore take care when lifting it. Plug the power cord into an AC 220 - 240 V / 50 Hz wall socket or higher and use the socket for this appliance only.
  • Page 7 Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. Do not twist or tie the power cord. Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance. •...
  • Page 8 • Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire. If any foreign substance enters into the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact you nearest Samsung Customer Service. • This may result in electric shock or fire.
  • Page 9 Using the product for business purposes qualifies as a product misuse. In this case, the product will not be covered by the standard warranty provided by Samsung and no responsibility can be attributed to Samsung for malfunctions or damages resulting from such misuse.
  • Page 10 • Do not wash thick or hard mats even if the washing machine mark is on the care label. This may result in injury or damage to the washing machine, walls, floor, or clothing due to abnormal vibrations. • Do not wash throw rugs or doormats with rubber backing. The rubber backing may come off and stick to inside the drum, and this may result in malfunction such as a drainage error.

  • Page 11: Instructions About The Weee

    Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and product specific regulatory obligations e.g. REACH visit: samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/samsungelectronics/ corporatecitizenship/data_corner.html...

  • Page 12: Installation

    What’s included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. If you have a problem with the washing machine or the parts, contact a local Samsung customer centre or the retailer. Detergent drawer Door...

  • Page 13: Installation Requirements

    Installation requirements Electrical supply and grounding • AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz fuse or circuit breaker is required • Use an individual branch circuit specific to the washing machine To ensure proper grounding, the washing machine comes with a power cord featuring a three- prong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet.
  • Page 14 Drain Samsung recommends a standpipe in height of 60~90 cm. The drain hose must be connected through the hose clip to the standpipe, and the standpipe must fully cover the drain hose. Flooring For best performance, the washing machine must be installed on a solid floor. Wood floors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced loads.

  • Page 15: Step-By-Step Installation

    Step-by-step installation STEP 1 - Select a location Location requirements: • Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation • Away from direct sunlight • Adequate room for ventilation and wiring • The ambient temperature is always higher than the freezing point (0 ˚C) •...
  • Page 16 3. Close all plastic bolt caps on the rear of the washing machine. 4. Store all shipping bolts in a safe location where they can be easily retrieved in the event that you have to move the washing machine. WARNING Packaging materials can be dangerous to children.
  • Page 17 STEP 4 - Connect the water hose Connect the water supply hose to the water tap. 1. Remove the adaptor (A) from the water supply hose (B). 2. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen four screws on the adaptor. 3. Hold the adaptor and turn part (C) in the arrow direction to loosen it by 5 mm (*).
  • Page 18 If using a screw type of water tap, connect the water hose to the water tap as shown. WARNING Stop using the washing machine if there is a water leak, and contact a local Samsung service centre. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock. CAUTION Do not stretch the water supply hose by force.
  • Page 19 For models with an additional hot water inlet: 1. Connect the red end of the hot water supply hose to the hot water inlet on the back of the machine. 2. Connect the other end of the hot water supply hose to the hot water tap.

  • Page 20: Before You Start

    Before you start Initial settings Set language When you turn on the washing machine for the first time, you will be asked to choose a language. Select a preferred language. Then, the washing machine is ready for use. Run Calibration (recommended) Calibration ensures accurate weight detection by the washing machine.

  • Page 21: Laundry Guidelines

    Laundry guidelines STEP 1 - Sort Sort the laundry according to these criteria: • Care Label: Sort the laundry into cottons, mixed fibres, synthetics, silks, wools, and rayon. • Colour: Separate whites from colours. • Size: Mixing different-sized items together in the drum improves the washing performance. •...
  • Page 22 STEP 5 - Determine the load capacity Do not overload the washing machine. Overloading may cause the washing machine to not wash properly. For the load capacity for the type of clothing, see page 28. When washing bedding or bedding covers, the wash time may be lengthened or the spin efficiency may be reduced.

  • Page 23: Detergent Drawer Guidelines

    Detergent drawer guidelines The washing machine provides a three-compartment dispenser: the left compartment for the main wash, the front-right for fabric softeners, and the rear-right for the preliminary wash. Prewash detergent compartment Main wash detergent compartment: powder detergents, water softeners, pre-soaking agents, bleach, and stain removers Fabric softener compartment CAUTION...
  • Page 24 4. If selecting the Prewash option, apply an appropriate amount of detergent to the rear-right compartment ( ). 5. Slide the detergent drawer inward to close it. Liquid detergent container (Applicable models only) To use a liquid detergent, first put the provided liquid detergent container in the main wash detergent compartment ( ).

  • Page 25: Operations

    Operations Control panel Course Turn the dial to select a course. Selector Display Displays information of the current course including the course name, area remaining washing time, and settings. Temp. Press to change the water temperature for the current course. Press to change the rinse times for the current course.

  • Page 26: Simple Steps To Start

    Press to turn on/off the washing machine. 10 Power For detailed settings, see page 32. Simple steps to start 1. Press the Power button to turn on the washing machine. 2. Turn the Course Selector to select a course. 3. Change the course settings (Temp., Rinse, and Spin) as necessary. 4.
  • Page 27 Drying only Follow these steps to dry laundry that has finished washing or has simply got wet. 1. Press the Power button to turn on the washing machine. 2. Turn the Course Selector to COTTON DRY or SYNTHETICS DRY. 3. Press the Start/Pause button. To change the course during operation 1.

  • Page 28: Course Overview

    Course overview Standard courses Course Description & Max load (kg) • For cottons, bed linens, table linens, underwear, towels, or shirts. COTTON • The washing time and the number of rinse cycles are automatically adjusted according to the load. • For blouses or shirts that are made of polyester (diolen, SYNTHETICS trevira), polyamide (perlon, nylon), or the like.
  • Page 29 SPECIALTY CYCLE Six specialty courses are designed to effectively remove specific types of stains and dirt that may accumulate on specific types of activities ranging from household work to professional mountain- climbing. Course Description & Max load (kg) Cooking&Dining • This course removes food spills and cooking stains efficiently.
  • Page 30 Options Option Description • This will add a preliminary washing cycle before the main wash Pre Wash cycle. • For badly soiled laundry. The operation time for each cycle is Intensive longer than normal. • This option effectively removes stains by soaking the laundry. Soak •...
  • Page 31 Delay End You can set the washing machine to finish the current course at a specific number of hours later. This is useful if you want to finish the wash by the time you come home from work. 1. Select a course. Then change the course settings if necessary. 2.

  • Page 32: Settings ( )

    Settings ( ) Press and hold Options button for more than 3 seconds to enter the Settings screen. Child Lock To prevent accidents by children or infants, Child Lock locks the door and all buttons except for the Power button. However, Child Lock does not activate until you press the Start/Pause button. Until then, you can change settings by pressing the corresponding buttons.
  • Page 33 Calibration Calibration ensures accurate weight detection by the washing machine. Make sure the drum is empty before running Calibration. 1. Press the Up ( ) / Down ( ) arrows to select Calibration. Then, press OK. 2. Press the Start/Pause button to start Calibration. •...

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    Maintenance Keep the washing machine clean to prevent deteriorated performance and to preserve its life cycle. Eco drum clean Perform this course regularly to clean the drum and to remove bacteria from it. 1. Press the Power button to turn on washing machine. 2.

  • Page 35: Smart Check

    Smart check To enable this function, you must first download the Samsung Smart Washer at the Play Store or the Apple Store, and install it on a mobile device featuring the camera operation. The Smart Check function has been optimized for: Galaxy &...

  • Page 36: Emergency Drain

    Emergency drain In case of a power failure, drain the water inside the drum before taking out the laundry. 1. Unplug the power cord of the washing machine from the main socket. 2. Gently press the top area of the filter cover to open. 3.

  • Page 37: Cleaning

    Cleaning Surface of the washing machine Use a soft cloth with a nonabrasive household detergent. Do not spray water onto the washing machine. Mesh filter Clean the mesh filter of the water supply hose once or twice a year. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2.
  • Page 38 Debris filter It is advisable to clean the debris filter 5 or 6 times a year to prevent its clogging. A clogged debris filter may reduce the bubble effect. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2.
  • Page 39 Detergent Drawer 1. While holding down the release lever (A) on the inner of the drawer, slide open the drawer. 2. Remove the release lever and the liquid detergent container from the drawer. 3. Clean the drawer components in flowing water using a soft brush.

  • Page 40: Recovery From Freezing

    Recovery from freezing The washing machine may freeze when it drops below 0 °C. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2. Pour warm water over the water tap to loosen the water supply hose. 3. Disconnect the water supply hose, and soak it in warm water. 4.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    The door stays locked as long as the washing machine is still hot The door won’t open. inside after a heating operation. • Deactivate the Child Lock if activated. If a problem persists, contact a local Samsung service centre. English - 41...

  • Page 42: Information Codes

    • The laundry load is unbalanced. Spread the laundry evenly. cE/3E/Uc • This is not user-repairable. Contact a local Samsung service centre. If any information code keeps appearing on the screen, contact a local Samsung service centre. English - 42...

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications Protecting the environment • This appliance is manufactured from recyclable materials. If you decide to dispose of this appliance, please observe local waste disposal regulations. Cut off the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source. Remove the door so that animals and small children cannot get trapped inside the appliance.

  • Page 44: Fabric Care Chart

    Fabric care chart The following symbols provide garment care directions. The care labels include four symbols in this order: washing, bleaching, drying and ironing (and dry cleaning when necessary). The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow the care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundry problems.

  • Page 45: Specification Sheet

    Specification sheet FRONT LOADING WASHING TYPE MACHINE MODEL NAME WD12J8***** WASH AND SPIN CAPACITY 12.0 kg DRY CAPACITY 8.0 kg DIMENSIONS W600×D600×H850 (mm) WATER PRESSURE 50 kPa ~ 800 kPa NET WEIGHT 82 kg 220 V 2000 W WASHING AND HEATING 240 V 2400 W...

  • Page 46: Specification Sheet

    Specification sheet Sheet of household combined washer-dries According to Regulation (EU) No. 90/60/EC " * " Asterisk(s) means variant model and can be varied (0-9) or (A-Z). Samsung Model Name WD12J8***** Capacity 12.0 Energy Efficiency Class A (highest efficient) to G (lowest efficient)
  • Page 47 Memo...
  • Page 48 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT 0330 SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com/uk/support EIRE 0818 717100 www.samsung.com/ie/support DC68-03483A-02...

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